Buyer​/Planner Catalent Pharma Solutions • 5d

About the jobWe have an opportunity for a Buyer/Planner to join our team. This full-time, on-site position is responsible for overseeing material purchasing, managing supply chain requirements, and fostering strong supplier relationships. The Buyer/Planner works closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials Management, and Finance, to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and seamless support of production schedules.

Responsibilities
* Review and analyze daily material needs to ensure timely availability of materials for production schedules
* Schedule and prioritize material orders, expediting as necessary to meet production timelines
* Maintain vendor relationships, negotiate cost savings opportunities, and manage purchase orders and vendor setup in the system
* Monitor inventory levels, adjust reorder points, and identify opportunities for inventory optimization
* Collaborate with the finance team on monthly and quarterly audits, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely payments
* Identify and drive process improvements in material planning, purchasing, and supplier performance
* Support communication and alignment between internal teams such as Engineering and Manufacturing, and external vendors